Spotware, the company that develops and owns cTrader, has added a new section for prop firm challenges to the cTrader Store, creating a structured space where traders can review challenges and compare trading conditions.
The upgrade places prop firms alongside the Store’s existing tools, strategies and partner services. The company is offering the new platform to all c-trader powered prop firms.
“We understand how crucial client acquisition and trust are for prop firms, and the prop challenges listing in cTrader Store is designed to support them on both fronts,” commented Ilia Iarovitcyn, the CEO of Spotware. “Every cTrader-powered prop firm now has the opportunity to be included in the Store’s prop listing and present its offerings to a broader trading audience.”
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A New Structured Hub for Prop Challenges
The cTrader Store reportedly hosts two connected areas: one focused on listing individual challenges and another presenting an overview of participating prop firms. Users can review factors such as price, account size, profit targets, evaluation steps, drawdown limits and profit splits.
Traders can also narrow options by daily or maximum loss, profit target, number of phases or price. The platform will reportedly continue to expand the selection as new firms join the Store.
According to the company, the store draws more than 10,000 daily visitors. Spotware mentioned that the listings reflect only firms that meet its reliability standards, creating a curated environment designed to reduce the risk of scams that have affected parts of the prop trading industry.
“The Store is visited by thousands of traders every day, and by showcasing prop challenges in the transparent and credible environment, firms gain targeted reach, access to high-intent leads while reinforcing their reputation and building long-term relationships with traders based on trust,” said Iarovitcyn.
Increased Visibility for Prop Firms
Spotware has taken note of the growing popularity of prop trading, recently signing a technology agreement with UK-based OneFunded. Under the deal, OneFunded's clients gain access to the cTrader platform across web, desktop, and mobile, using its execution infrastructure while OneFunded manages evaluation programs through Spotware's administrative backend.
The new upgrade comes amid a rapidly growing but fragmented prop trading market, where many firms offer funded accounts and trading challenges but operate with little standardization.
This expansion has been accompanied by trust and credibility issues, as some prop firms have faced criticism from the regulators for opaque terms, sudden rule changes, or even scams, making it difficult for traders to identify reliable operators.
Italy's securities regulator, Consob, has in the past warned investors about the risks of retail prop trading, describing these activities as online trading simulations that, while promising profits, can result in financial losses. The watchdog’s characterization of the prop trading industry contrasts sharply with the way companies in the sector present themselves.
